What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mogul Operator position at Ferrara?
Job Location : Forest Park
Hours : (4am-4pm)
Want to make an impact?
The position is responsible for operating and maintaining computerized cooking kettles that manufacture starch gelatin products.
Ways you will make a difference
- Check production schedule to determine variety and quantity of products to cook
- Lead machine set up and changeover for production runs
- Follow work instructions, standards and SOP’s for equipment set up and changeover
- Identify and resolve issues during set up and changeover
- Identify ingredients and equipment needed for each production run; set product information into touch screen panel, including but not limited to raw materials, pumps, gauges, valves and temperatures
- Feed cooker with raw materials including but not limited to starch, liquid colored flavors, sugar, corn syrup and gelatin; cook mixed products
- Conduct adjustments to controls to regulate temperature, amount of raw materials and other variables to ensure product quality exceeds established standards
- Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues with equipment at the entry maintenance mechanic level
- Follow escalation protocol in a timely manner when troubleshooting efforts fail
- Work closely with maintenance when escalation to maintenance support is needed for a mechanical issue
- Understand and demonstrate the Company’s core values and operating principles
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures, GMP and safety standards
- Perform other duties as assigned to support Ferrara Candy Company business objectives
Skills that will make you successful
Experiences that will support your success
This position requires knowledge and awareness of manufacturing and industrial sites. Experience working in food manufacturing is a plus!
